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Profiles in Franceformation

Profiles in Franceformation

By: Allison Grant Lounes
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 Profiles in Franceformation is the podcast where we hear from inspiring people who have pursued their dream of moving to France. We learn about why they moved, how they overcame the challenges they faced, and what they love - and hate - about living in France. I hope that hearing their stories can help you to pursue your dreams and maybe, your very own Franceformation.© 2025 Profiles in Franceformation Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary
Episodes
  • Episode 84: Billy Potocnik on Saying Yes to Big Dreams & Creating Your Own Opportunities

    Episode 84: Billy Potocnik on Saying Yes to Big Dreams & Creating Your Own Opportunities
    Jul 2 2025

    In Episode 84 of Profiles in Franceformation, Allison chats with Billy Potocnik, who moved with his wife Traci from Denver, Colorado to Nice, France in 2022. Listen as Billy retraces their journey from a canceled opportunity during the COVID-19 pandemic, to the creation of a successful yoga retreat business in the Côte d’Azur.

    Follow Billy :
    Website: https://www.billy.yoga/
    YouTube: @billyyoga8846
    Instagram:: @billyyogaworldwide
    Facebook: Billy YOGA
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    37 mins
  • Episode 83 - Doris Speer on French work culture & the importance of expat advocacy

    Episode 83 - Doris Speer on French work culture & the importance of expat advocacy
    May 30 2025

    In Episode 83 of Profiles in Franceformation, Allison Grant Lounes sits down with Doris Speer, the president of AARO - the Association of American Resident Overseas.

    Topics of conversation include the differences between American and French work culture, the challenges of living far from family and friends, and Doris’ continued advocacy for the rights of Americans living abroad.

    Learn more about AARO here: https://aaro.org/
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Episode 82 - Claire Naughton on Creating Balance Between Personal Happiness & Professional Growth

    Episode 82 - Claire Naughton on Creating Balance Between Personal Happiness & Professional Growth
    Apr 11 2025

    In Episode 82 of Profiles in Franceformation, Allison is joined by writer and marketing consultant Claire Naughton. Claire moved to Paris as an au pair in 2018, before joining her French boyfriend (now husband) in Strasbourg and starting her own business. Listen as Claire shares her experiences of cross-cultural dating, making friends through new hobbies, and how life in France has supported her quest for balance between personal happiness and professional growth.


    Follow Claire :

    Website: https://www.themillennialabroad.com/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-naughton/
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    46 mins
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